Blog: Dental Care

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Why Won’t My Pet Eat?

This month’s blog is about your pet’s oral health not just because we were in the February focus for dental health but because of my own recent oral health problem.  You see, 2 weeks ago, I began feeling, terrible pain in my lower jaw.  I had no idea what it…

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A Look into the Mouths of Our Pets

  Our dogs and cats need ongoing dental care as much as we do.  Having a thorough oral and dental exam is done as part of a routine yearly health check can help our pets live longer and healthier lives.  There are many diseases that can start in the mouth…

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Let’s Talk Teeth!

Did you know that poor periodontal disease can lead to cardiac and kidney disease.  Did you know that cats have 32 teeth and dogs have 48 teeth. Did you know that if your pet has bad breath, that he or she may need a dental cleaning? Pet’s oral health is…

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Why Do We Anesthetize Our Pet’s for Dental Treatments?

So your veterinarian has recommended  a dental cleaning for your pet Fluffy.  What is involved in this?  We often call “Dental Cleanings” a COHAT.  That is a Complete Oral Health Cleaning, Assessment and Treatment.  It involves much more than just a cleaning of the teeth.  It is important to not…